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    11 January 2008

Foresight - Tackling Obesities - Future Choices Project

The Government asked Foresight in 2005 to carry out a review of obesity. Foresight reported its findings ‘Tackling Obesities: Future Choices’ Project  in October 2007.

Foresight is the UK Government’s science based futures think tank based in the Government Office for Science. The aim of the programme is to build on the scientific evidence base to provide challenging visions of the future to help inform government strategies, policies and priorities.

Your weight, your health

The Department of Health has produced a booklet “Your Weight, Your Health” that includes information on why maintaining a healthy weight is important, and simple steps people can take to help themselves and their families develop healthier lifestyles.

For guidance on food portion sizes to lose weight, download this booklet from the British Heart Foundation.

Why your child’s weight matters

The Government has developed a booklet for parents: “Why your child’s weight matters”, which includes information on the National Child Measurement Programme, why maintaining a healthy weight is important, and the steps that parents can take to help their family develop a healthy lifestyle.

Obesity Bulletin

This bulletin updates on the Obesity PSA target and delivery strategy, and highlights good practice. The Obesity Bulletin will be published twice yearly as part of the government's obesity programme.

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